
As the summer holidays draw to a close and a fresh new academic year is on the horizon, it’s time to get back-to-school ready. Set up your young Einsteins – or yourself – for success by investing in all the right gear. Whether you’re hunting for state-of-the-art tech for a new term at university or shopping for your preschooler’s first backpack, we’ve got you covered. Browse our editors’ picks below and add them to your cart on the Cathay Shop .

Equip your little one for lunch hour with this lightweight, easy-to-wash cutlery set that comes with a matching protective case. What makes these utensils stand out from others on the market is their material: made using 100 per cent PLA – an organic, compostable bioplastic that’s long-lasting and shatter-resistant – they’re kind to the planet while being able to withstand accidents. Take your pick between two stylish colours: dusty pink and moss green.

Few things conjure up nerves and excitement more than selecting a new backpack for the school year. This model from American Tourister comes in a range of colours, with fun illustrations that are sure to be a hit with your child. Its practical design covers all bases: an adjustable chest buckle, a front storage pocket, an interior divider and a handy name label. You don’t have to worry about cleanliness either – both the interior lining and outer polyester fabric are treated with antimicrobial technology.

With this elegant pen case, you can be sure of two things: always having a pen to hand when you need one; and exhibiting impeccable taste. Minimalist in design and available in three neutral hues – olive, pebble grey and black – this case is timeless. It holds up to four pens or pencils, and its magnetic closure ensures both safe storage and quick access, so you can start jotting notes ASAP.